It is all very well for you, who have probably never seen any spiritual manifestations, to talk as you do; but if you had seen what I have witnessed you would hold a different opinion.
William Makepeace ThackerayTitles are abolished; and the American Republic swarms with men claiming and bearing them.
William Makepeace ThackerayCharlotte, having seen his body Borne before her on a shutter, Like a well-conducted person, Went on cutting bread and butter.
William Makepeace ThackerayThose who forgets their friends to follow those of a higher status are truly snobs.
William Makepeace Thackeray